UI Designer

Looking to hire a UI Designer through YunoJuno? Here you'll find current market rates for skilled UI Design professionals in the UK. Our network of vetted freelancers specialises in creating intuitive interfaces, optimising user experiences, and delivering polished visual designs. Browse typical day rates below to benchmark your hiring budget.

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Average
contract length
(working days)

£393

Average day
rate (GBP)

UI Designer freelance rates breakdown

UI Designers play a crucial role in creating intuitive and effective user interfaces across digital platforms. Their rates can vary significantly based on several factors.

What increases UI Designer rates?

Specialisation in specific design systems (Material Design, Apple HIG)
Expertise with advanced prototyping tools
Experience in enterprise-level projects
Portfolio featuring well-known brands
Proven ROI from previous projects
Additional UX research capabilities

What decreases UI Designer rates?

Limited commercial experience
Narrow tool proficiency
Focus on single platform design only
Limited experience with design systems
No additional complementary skills

Tips for rate discussions

Present your portfolio with metrics and results
Highlight experience with similar projects
Discuss complexity and scope upfront
Be clear about deliverables and revisions
Explain your design process and methodology

Common pricing models

Day rates are most common for UI Designers, particularly for longer-term projects. Hourly rates are typically used for smaller tasks or consultancy work. Fixed project rates are less common but may apply for defined scope projects like landing pages or app interfaces.

Typical services and cost variations

UI Designers often offer:

Interface design (standard rates)
Design system creation (premium rates)
Prototype development (standard rates)
Design workshops and training (premium rates)
Design audit and consultation (premium rates)
In-house collaborative work (may include higher rates for travel and on-site time)

How YunoJuno simplifies the process

YunoJuno streamlines UI Designer hiring by providing transparent rate benchmarks, verified portfolios, and clear communication channels. Our platform handles contracts and payments, whilst ensuring both clients and freelancers have clarity on project scope and deliverables. We also provide market insights to help both parties agree on fair rates based on experience and project requirements.